AK-FWS AK MARITIME NWR-CUSTODIAL CONTRA
The Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is soliciting janitorial services for the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and Headquarters, along with an associated bunkhouse, both located in Homer, Alaska. This solicitation, numbered 140F0S26Q0006, is a Small Business total set-aside under NAICS code 561720, aiming to contract a firm fixed-price service with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, extending up to five years. The contractor is responsible for comprehensive janitorial duties covering daily cleaning activities such as vacuuming, mopping, restroom sanitation, trash removal, dusting, glass cleaning, and upkeep of various surfaces including chrome and stainless steel to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors and staff. Optional services include periodic deep cleaning tasks such as floor waxing, carpet steam cleaning, buffing, and window washing. The contract requires adherence to OSHA regulations, DOI security clearance procedures, and compliance with established performance standards verified through monthly inspections by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
Successful contractors must provide evidence of at least two qualified local employees with relevant cleaning experience, ensuring one is immediately available and a backup is ready if needed. Background investigations following DOI Clause 144807-12 are mandatory for all personnel requiring access, including fingerprinting and electronic submission of security forms via eQIP, with clearance costs borne by the contractor. The Government retains the right to refuse acceptance of unsatisfactory work and may impose corrective actions or contract termination for repeated deficiencies. The solicitation specifies clear inspection and acceptance processes, with performance logs required for invoicing. While the contract does not detail pricing figures, it includes a comprehensive price schedule for base and option tasks, subject to available funding and Government discretion. All proposed personnel must be vetted and approved before commencing work, and contract administration is conducted from the Falls Church, VA office, with Robert Sung serving as the primary point of contact.
